Dubai’s Green Hydrogen Project Produces 90 Tons, Setting a Regional Benchmark in Clean Energy

Dubai’s Green Hydrogen Project Sets Regional Milestone with 90 Tons of Production

In a groundbreaking achievement, Dubai’s Green Hydrogen project has produced 90 tons of green hydrogen since its launch, according to the Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA). As the first-of-its-kind initiative in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, this project serves as a significant milestone in advancing clean energy solutions.

Harnessing solar energy from the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park, the project uses renewable-powered electrolysis to produce green hydrogen. It currently generates 20 kilograms of hydrogen per hour, with a storage capacity of up to 12 hours. Stored hydrogen is utilized to produce electricity through a hydrogen gas motor, which boasts a capacity of approximately 300 kilowatts.

Significant Environmental and Energy Impact

Since its inception, the project has generated over 1 gigawatt-hour (GWh) of green energy, effectively preventing the release of 450 tons of carbon dioxide emissions. This achievement underscores Dubai’s commitment to combating climate change and promoting low-carbon technologies.

The project plays a pivotal role in supporting the UAE’s target to capture 25% of the global low-carbon hydrogen market. It aligns seamlessly with both the Dubai Clean Energy Strategy 2050 and the Dubai Net Zero Carbon Emissions Strategy 2050, which aim to produce 100% clean energy by 2050.

Paving the Way for Future Hydrogen Applications

Beyond its immediate energy impact, DEWA’s Green Hydrogen project serves as a strategic platform for the development of hydrogen applications across multiple sectors, including:

• Air, Land, and Sea Transport

• Industrial Processes

• Energy Storage and Power Generation

  
  

This innovation not only reinforces Dubai’s position as a global leader in renewable energy solutions but also sets a regional benchmark for the production and application of green hydrogen.

Solar Park to Boost Green Hydrogen Capacity by 2030

The Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park, which powers the hydrogen project, is on track to achieve a production capacity exceeding 5,000 MW by 2030. This substantial increase is expected to drive competitive pricing for green hydrogen, further accelerating its adoption as a clean energy source.